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Brian Locker

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MantelMount MM720 Review

Today, we’re going to talk about the MantelMount MM720 Pull Down TV Mount. Billed by MantelMount as “an incredible solution for mount a large...

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6 Best Budget Cameras for YouTube

While it’s ultimately your content that’s going to make or break your YouTube channel, finding the perfect camera for what you’re doing can...

SMART HOME

How To Turn Your Regular TV Into a Smart TV

If you want to upgrade your TV experience, you might consider purchasing a new smart TV. However, before you splurge on a brand-new device, it’s...

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GAMING

10 Best Gaming Projectors

Most people play games on TVs and monitors, but fixed displays have their limitations. Once you buy a 65-inch TV or a 22-inch monitor, you’re locked...

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HOMETOYS

How often does an AirTag update its location?

The short answer, every 60-120 seconds. The more detailed answer requires a bit of explanation. AirTags work by relaying their location to other...

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Ecoflow Wave Review

I was born and raised in the desert of Phoenix, Arizona. As a result, I have an acute appreciation for the availability of cool air in hot climates...

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9 Best Surge Protectors

Surge protectors come can help make sure you safeguard your expensive home electronics from the damage that can occur from unpredictable power...

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EZCast Beam H3 Mini Projector Review

The recent advent of LED backlit projectors has created an interesting new category of ultra-low cost mini or “portable” projectors that are marketed...

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Amazon Fire TV Stick Review

Amazon’s Fire TV Stick offerings set the bar for what is possible in a small form factor streaming device. In addition to a general spec bump over...

SMART HOME

Is a Nest Thermostat Worth the Money?

Tony Fadell, the former Apple designer best known as one of the creative minds responsible for the iPod, burst onto the smart home scene with the...

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The Best Amazon Alexa Easter Eggs in 2026

Alexa still has a sense of humor in 2026. Here are the hidden questions and commands that get funny, nerdy, or clever responses, updated for the new...

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Klipsch Introduces New T5 Series Earphones

Includes its First-Ever True Wireless Model Indianapolis, Ind. (June 19, 2019) — Klipsch®, a tech-driven audio company, is pleased to announce that...

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Ecovacs DEEBOT OZMO 930 Vacuum Review

Today we are going to be looking closely at Ecovacs’ current top-of-the-line model in their OZMO line of robot vacuum cleaners. Sporting a...

SMART HOME

The Best Amazon Alexa Commands

You are gifted a brand-new Amazon Echo. You have heard from friends and family about all the cool things this device can do, and you are excited to...

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